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Haden

QLD 4353 • Queensland

235
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
42.12 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalDarling DownsAffordableQuiet

About Haden

Haden is a small rural locality in the Toowoomba Regional Council area of south-east Queensland, situated on the Darling Downs approximately 85 kilometres north of Toowoomba and around 170 kilometres north-west of Brisbane. The locality covers just over 42 square kilometres of fertile Darling Downs farming land and has a population of 235 according to the 2021 Census. Haden developed as an agricultural service centre following the arrival of the Haden railway line in 1910, which connected the area to Toowoomba and opened up closer settlement across the Downs.

The Darling Downs soils around Haden are highly fertile, supporting cattle grazing and dairy farming that have been central to the locality's identity since the late 19th century. Haden State School has served the community since 1912, and the area retains the tight-knit rural character typical of small Darling Downs communities. Residents rely on nearby Yarraman (approximately 10 km south) or Nanango (approximately 30 km north) for most services, while Toowoomba offers the full range of regional city amenities within an accessible drive. Haden suits those seeking an affordable rural lifestyle in one of Queensland's most productive agricultural regions.

Haden falls under postcode 4353 and is governed by the Toowoomba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Maranoa, while state elections fall under the Nanango electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4353
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Toowoomba
Federal Electorate
Maranoa
State Electorate
Nanango
Type
Locality
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-27.26°, 151.90°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
42.12 km²
Population Density
6 /km²
Elevation
0m

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🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Limited regional services — Yarraman / Nanango / Toowoomba Varies

Commute to Brisbane CBD

Distance
170 km
By Train
No rail service; drive to Toowoomba (85 km) for Queensland Rail Westlander services; or drive to Brisbane (approx. 2 hr)
By Car (Peak)
2-2.5 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr

🛣️ Car is essential; D'Aguilar Highway connects to Toowoomba; Yarraman (10 km south) is the nearest service town

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Rural locality with no local retail; a car is required for all daily errands with services in Yarraman or Nanango

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

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    Haden State School
    1520 Haden-Crow's Nest Road
    GovernmentPrimaryCoedNon-Denominational

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Toowoomba Local Government Area, which contains Haden. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
826.8 / 100k
2yr Down 33.3% 10yr Up 12.0%
Motor vehicle theft
288.8 / 100k
2yr Down 19.5% 10yr Up 68.7%
Non-FV assault
879.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 124.5%
Robbery (unarmed)
15 / 100k
2yr Down 31.9% 10yr Up 145.8%
Steal from vehicle
446 / 100k
2yr Down 14.1% 10yr Down 26.0%
View all offence categories for Toowoomba →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
235
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Haden known for? +

Haden is known for its rich farming heritage on the fertile Darling Downs, with cattle grazing and dairy farming forming the backbone of the local economy. The locality also has historic ties to the Haden railway line, which opened in 1910 and helped establish the area as an agricultural service centre.

How far is Haden from Brisbane CBD? +

Haden is approximately 170 kilometres north-west of Brisbane CBD, typically a 2 to 2.5 hour drive via the D'Aguilar Highway and Toowoomba connections.

Does Haden have public transport? +

Public transport to Haden is very limited. The historic Haden railway line no longer operates, and there are no regular bus services directly to the locality. A car is essential; the nearest service towns of Yarraman (10 km south) and Nanango (30 km north) provide the closest public transport connections.

What is the population of Haden? +

According to the 2021 Census, Haden has a population of 235 residents. It is a small rural community spread across approximately 42 square kilometres of Darling Downs farming land in the Toowoomba Regional Council area.

Is Haden a good place to live? +

Haden offers an affordable and peaceful rural lifestyle in one of Queensland's most productive agricultural regions. It is well-suited to farming families and those who value wide open spaces and community connection, provided they are comfortable with driving to nearby towns for everyday services.

What is the postcode for Haden? +

The postcode for Haden, Queensland is 4353.

Is Haden a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Haden is part of the Toowoomba LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.